SMT Process Engineer (Swing)

Vanguard EMS, Inc.•Beaverton, OR

5h•Onsite

About The Position

Vanguard EMS, Inc. is in the service business. We build electronics assemblies for some of the most critical systems on Earth and beyond. Even with Vanguard’s advanced technology, vast manufacturing capability, and leading-edge information tools, we wake up every day thinking about how best to serve our customers, suppliers, and the communities in which we live. The SMT Process Engineer Swing Shift is the technical owner of the SMT processes and equipment. SMT is a core competency for Vanguard EMS and this role is the crux that ensures we deliver the highest quality product in the most optimized and efficient way. The role works closely with our Production, Quality and Product teams, but also interfaces with suppliers and customers. Although hours may vary, standard working hours will align with Swing Shift. This role is 100% onsite.

Requirements

Engineering Bachelors Degree or higher in Mechanical, Manufacturing, Industrial or related discipline. Or equivalent experience.
Customer service orientated (internal and external) with excellent written and oral communication skills.
US Citizen or Permanent Resident

Nice To Haves

In-depth knowledge of SMT processes and equipment; Stencil Printing, Solder Paste Inspection, Pick and Place, Reflow, AOI, 2D/3D X-Ray and BGA Rework.
Experience programming SMT equipment, in particular; MPM, Fuji, Koh Young, Mirtec, Dage, Vitrox.
Demonstrated experience setting up and executing DOE’s.
Deep understanding of SPC and manufacturing data analysis.
Demonstrated expertise in designing tools and fixtures.
Strong understanding of material science as it relates to solder, flux, adhesives, etc.
Practical knowledge of equipment and process qualification using IQ, OQ, PQ or similar.
Experience in an ISO9001 / AS9100 / ISO13485 certified quality management system.
Working knowledge of IPC-A-610, J-STD-001, IPC 7711/7721, IPC-A-600, and/or ANSI/ESD S20.20 standards.
Proficiency in business systems such as MES, PLM, ERP, MRB.

Responsibilities

Support production technicians and operators on issues that arise during Swing Shift.
Develop processes for high complexity assemblies supporting customers’ requirements.
Lead Root Cause and Corrective Actions for defects and escapes originating in SMT.
Continuously improve stencil design guidelines and drive modifications for yield improvement.
Identify the need, lead the design and validation of new production tooling/fixturing.
Validate automated inspection systems and ensure they are utilized to their full potential.
Drive improvements in our kitting, loading, debugging, pick/place and return to stock processes.
Define reflow process window requirements and review/approve profiles.
Collect, analyze and drive action from manufacturing data.
Evaluate, procure, install and qualify new equipment.
Ensure all equipment has the optimal preventative maintenance defined and establish new procedures.
Troubleshoot equipment issues, working with both internal and external support to resolve issues in a timely manner to minimize production downtime.
Utilize Design of Experiments to establish new processes and drive improvements to existing
Both lead and support process improvement efforts with the team.